Business at its Best!
Business at its Best! is a daily dose of business optimism.
Hosted by Lewis Waitt, Business Optimist and Director of Client Solutions at Aliniti, Business at its Best! is a daily podcast that shines a spotlight on the organizations, leaders, and people redefining what good business means.
In just 5 minutes, you’ll hear a real story from a real business, a practical lesson to take back to your own business, and a quick reflection to start your day with fresh perspective. It’s positive, it’s practical — and it’s proof that good business ideas are meant to be shared.
At the end of the day, that’s Business at its Best!
Episodes
Monday Nov 17, 2025
Cool Growth – Homegrown Manufacturing Expands in Kentucky
Monday Nov 17, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
MRCOOL, the Kentucky-based HVAC innovator, is investing in a new 22,000 -square-foot facility in Graves County, creating 40 new jobs and strengthening the state’s homegrown manufacturing base.
Read more here - MRCOOL Cuts Ribbon on $5.35 Million Expansion in Graves County, Creating 40 Full-Time Jobs
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Friday Nov 14, 2025
Feeding Hope – When Community Steps Up Fast
Friday Nov 14, 2025
Friday Nov 14, 2025
When SNAP benefit delays left families across Kentucky struggling to afford groceries, the Blue Grass Community Foundation and its partners acted fast—mobilizing $275,000 in emergency funds to support food banks and nonprofits serving those hit hardest. It’s a story of local leadership, rapid response, and the power of community-driven problem-solving.
Read more here: Blue Grass Community Foundation mobilizes $275,000 to fight food insecurity following SNAP benefit delay
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Powering Progress – Indiana’s Nuclear Comeback
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
First American Nuclear announces it will invest over $4 billion to bring its HQ, manufacturing operations and a closed-fuel-cycle energy park to Indiana—creating 5,000 high-paying jobs and deploying a next-gen Small Modular Reactor (SMR)—it’s a story of innovation, state ambition, and strategic leadership in emerging industries.
Read more here: Nuclear energy startup to establish HQ, manufacturing operations in Indiana
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Built to Last – Investing in Manufacturing’s Future
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Caterpillar has announced a $100 million workforce investment pledge, including $5 million dedicated to training and upskilling in Indiana. Through partnerships with community colleges and industry-led training centers, the company is ensuring the next generation of technicians and engineers are ready for what comes next.
Read more here: Caterpillar Invests in U.S. Manufacturing and Future Workforce Skills Training
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Innovation in Motion – Engineering the Future Together
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Honda and The Ohio State University have opened the Honda Innovation Lab — a collaborative R&D space uniting students, scientists, and engineers to co-create the next generation of mobility solutions.
Read more here - Five ways the Honda–Ohio State partnership has driven innovation and opportunity for 25 years
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Monday Nov 10, 2025
The Power of Tools – Building the Future by Hand
Monday Nov 10, 2025
Monday Nov 10, 2025
Dayton’s long-running TOOLS Program has named a new leader to expand a proven pathway connecting students to real careers in construction and manufacturing.
Read more here - ‘TOOLS’ program has a new leader
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Friday Nov 07, 2025
Building the Next Generation – Investing in Hope Across Indiana
Friday Nov 07, 2025
Friday Nov 07, 2025
Midwest Youth Services is expanding into Scott County, Indiana — launching a new community board and preventative programs designed to support at risk youth and strengthen families. The expansion builds on years of partnership between business, education, and civic leaders who believe that long-term success starts with opportunity and belonging.
Read more here - Group expanding into Scott with mission to keep kids on right path
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
The Power of Partnership – Ohio’s Ecosystem for Growth
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
JobsOhio is spotlighting employers across the state who are leveraging Ohio’s infrastructure, innovation, and workforce partnerships to create one of the nation’s most dynamic business ecosystems.
Read more here - JobsOhio News & Press
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Built to Scale – Expanding Possibility in Ohio
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Axium Packaging is investing $45 million in a 300,000-square-foot facility in Central Ohio, creating 70 new jobs and expanding its manufacturing and logistics footprint to serve the growing Midwest market.
Read more here - Axium Packaging Invests $45M in Ohio
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Creative Scale – Growing Ideas in Kentucky
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Influencer-commerce leader Inked Brands is expanding its Bowling Green headquarters with a $10.7 million investment, creating 20 new jobs and doubling down on creative culture as it scales.
Read more here - Inked Brands Expands Bowling Green Operation with $10.7 Million Investment, Creating 20 New Jobs
Support for Business At Its Best! comes from Aliniti.
Aliniti have been helping business leaders solve their most pressing people and organizational challenges for the past 25 years. Whether you are having challenges with attracting, retaining, developing or managing talent, Aliniti can be your trusted partner to guide you to success.
Achieve your Ideal State with the help of Aliniti.
Discover more at www.aliniti.com



